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Supporting a Local Charity!

Ronald McDonald House at Northwick Park is an independent Local Charity that provides a 'Home away from Home' for families whose children are in hospital.At Northwick Park we are currently refurbishing the 6 rooms that we have for the families of children staying in the hospital and without the generosity of our supporters & fundraisers we would be unable to continue with our work.

There still a lot to do to maintain our houses and we would appreciate it if you were maybe able to with volunteering your time or help in other ways -

We are looking for people local people to the RMHC who may be able to assist us with with embroidery for the rooms,art project for our rooms (local photographs for our walls or murals), or possibly soft furnishings (blankets, cushions).We are currently in need of the following:- Books or DVDs that the families & children can utilise whilst staying in the House- Blankets, Soft Furnishings (Cushions, Throws, Duvets, Pilows etc..) to have in our bedrooms- Kettles, Teapots & mugs to be used by our families in their kitchen- Everyday items sucha s Tea, Coffee, Food, Bathroom Amenities, Washing up liquid that are always needed in our House- Old Games Consoles, DVD players (for the families to watch in their rooms)

In return we off we naming & recognition opportunities throughout the houses & in our Newsletters & Social Media Sites for your support.We welcome your support & thank you